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Salamence VMAX
Darkness Ablaze 194/189
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Number
- 194/189
- Rarity
- Rare Rainbow
- Released
- 2020
- Energy type
- colorless energy
- Finish
- Rainbow
- Market price
- $14.62
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
This attack does 40 damage to 2 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't use Max Wings.
VMAX rule: When your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
The Salamence VMAX card, numbered 194/189, was released in the 2020 expansion set Darkness Ablaze for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As a Secret Rare 'Rainbow' variant, it represents the pinnacle of the set's visual hierarchy, utilizing a textured, monochromatic foil treatment that highlights the intricate character art. This card was designed during an era where the VMAX mechanic, introduced in the Sword & Shield series, redefined competitive play by featuring evolved Pokémon with significantly increased health pools and powerful 'Max' attacks.
The illustration is credited to 5ban Graphics, a prolific studio known for producing clean, digitally rendered character art for the franchise. In this iteration, Salamence is depicted in its Gigantamax form, emphasizing its imposing stature and dragon-type identity. While collectors often prioritize original hand-drawn illustrations over the studio's digital style, this specific card remains highly regarded by fans of the Darkness Ablaze set for its aesthetic cohesion and the high-rarity status of its iridescent finish.
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